Saturday, 28 July 2012

Slog it Blog It, The Olympics Have Started!

The Queen and James Bond.

The Queen and James Bond.

We kicked off yesterday with the bells and they rang out all over the country at exactly 8.12am. But it went with a clanger as Culture Secretary Jeremy Hunt rung in the start with his bell which then promptly flew of its’ handle nearly maiming some of the spectators. Then it was the night when our beloved Maj The Queen appeared in her first movie acting role proving herself a real thespian. The sequence opened at Buckingham Palace, where a tuxedo-wearing Craig as 007 was presented to the Queen by her personal footman. 
The Queen and James Bond.

Maj is seen sitting at a desk writing a letter and training her corgis Monty, Willow and Holly to roll over. Greeting him with an ‘Evening, Mr Bond’, the Queen, was seen striding briskly through the palace with the action hero before climbing into a helicopter emblazoned with the Union Flag. 
The Queen and James Bond.

The two were seen soaring over the streets of London and through Tower Bridge until they finally reached the Olympic Park. Maj is just too cool for school and should be the new ‘Bond Girl’! 
The Queen and James Bond.

 Then we jumped to John Barrys’ legendry anthem and Mr Bean accompanying his rendition of Chariots of Fire. 
Mr.Bean

Definitely - nobody does it better! As for the rest ....... least said best mended! Have a great first day of the Olympics everybody. 
Molly The Wally Blogville Olympics
Now going over to the Blogville Olympics where...........


Major Frankie gave his opening speech............read here!


Then we had the opening extravaganza produced by our ace film director Roo....see here!


Posie then hosted the much anticipated parade of athletes......take a look!


And so we can see what is yet to come we pop over to the much talented Moan & Weenie .........pop over here!

Today we have Jazzis' Window Nose Art Event ........ Go take a look at the wonderful entries!
We also have Sarges' Swimming Event......Go take a plunge!

Have a lovely first day everybody!
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35 comments:

  1. Flo de Sendai28 July 2012 at 11:20

    Cute cute cute !!!
    I didn't see the opening ceremony: early in the morning, it's not a good time....

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  2. Castles Crowns and Cottages28 July 2012 at 12:20

    I could NOT WAIT to come here this morning! Last night my husband and I watched the parade of nations but then our signal went out!!!!!!!! I could not wait to see what you SAW....Oh I have to say that Mr. Craig is my favorite Bond and I am NOT one to drool over movie actors but HE IS TOP!!!!!!!!!! What a lucky Maj!

    OK MIZ MOLLY, I am off to the swimming event; I understand Tess from George the Lad is swimming in this event. I am a MAD FAN! LOVE! Anita

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  3. Lovable Lily28 July 2012 at 12:33

    We watched the whole thing Molly and thought we saw you sitting there in the audience.

    Our fav part was Mr. Bean! We love Mr. Bean! OK, so the Maj was pretty awesome too but her corgi's cracked us up :)

    Thanks for being such a great host.

    Hugs,
    Lily Belle

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  4. Finn28 July 2012 at 12:45

    Oh Queen E, we saw you jump out of the helicopter last night. Nice landing!!

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  5. tubby3pug28 July 2012 at 12:46

    Wel I did not see the opening ceremony, but your description is very entertaining

    urban hounds

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  6. Anonymous28 July 2012 at 13:01

    Great highlighting Molly! :)
    We stayed up to watch the London Opening. Holey Schmoley what an array of things! Had to laugh at all the smoke stacks. Very cool comin out of the ground like that and kinda odd too BOL! Luved the rings of fire! And the kid dreaming scene. What's up with the big baby??? Hilarious! Will be keeping tabs on the peeps and of course Our upcoming events! :D

    Waggin at ya,
    Roo

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  7. Unknown28 July 2012 at 13:16

    I just love it all!
    Lovies, Miss Mindy

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  8. Dougall-the-Scottie28 July 2012 at 13:48

    We caught the end of it being replayed here... Paul McCartney sounded a bit flat if you ask me... bol!

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  9. GOOSE28 July 2012 at 13:56

    I heard the opening was fantastic. I was waiting for the AAA man to come unlock our Blazer.
    Blessings,
    Goose

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  10. My Mind's Eye28 July 2012 at 15:24

    Molly Mom and Dad watched the first hour of the Opening Ceremonies last night and have the remainder on DVR to watch today. They were in 200% awe at the first hour AMAZING Well done and brilliant!! they can hardly wait to see the remainder today.
    Hugs your BFFF
    Madi

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  11. Mary Lou28 July 2012 at 15:32

    Molly....
    I watched the London 2012 Olympics Opening Ceremony!! And I could not help but think about all of my sweet Blogging Friends over there!! I have been blessed with several!! ;-D
    I loved the Queen/Bond part of their Opening Ceremony!! It was amusing!! ;)
    And, Mr. Bean? Oh my goodness. I think I've got yet another middle-aged celebrity crush!! Hee, hee, hee.... ;op
    Love, Raelyn.... And Rose, my BEAUTIFULLY UNIQUE "Mystery Dog"!!

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  12. Mollie28 July 2012 at 15:55

    CONFESSION , weeee's didn't watch the opening..Huuuuummm!!
    Loves Mr Bean ..
    Have a great day
    Mollie xx

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  13. pibble28 July 2012 at 16:14

    I LOVED that bit with The Queen and Bond! I just wish she smiled more during the ceremony. But The Kids seemed to be enjoying themselves!

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  14. A Tonl28 July 2012 at 16:17

    Oh my cat - SERIOUSLIES? Mr. Bean? Mommy used to love watching him!!

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  15. Asta28 July 2012 at 16:20

    Molly
    Mommi found the English speaking vewsion on Euwospowt and we watched all the Opening cewemonies togethew 'till 2Am this mowning...we did love 007 taking Maj to the stadium wif the cowgies escowting them thwoo Buck
    house,,what a hoot, and one of mommi's favowite film is Chawiots of Fiwe, so she was vewy excited and teawy when she heawd the moosic Mw. Bean made hew giggle..as fow the west, well we wewe once again embawwased by the outfits the Hungawians wowe(looked like cleaning staff fwom a hotel) but then cheewed up when we saw some outfits even wowse, hehehe
    All in All Pawlympics twumps the hoomans..we all look fabooloos and I'm vewy excited by it all
    smoochie good luck kisses to you
    see you at the stadium
    Asta

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  16. George28 July 2012 at 17:40

    Hi Molly, we enjoyed it, only the British could put something on like that, the Queen and Mr Bean lol, did you spot that the Corgis where on the steps!!

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  17. Frankie Furter and Ernie28 July 2012 at 17:41

    OMD OMD..... MOLLY you folks across the pond REALLY know how to have a GRAND opening. I ADORED your BEAUTIFUL Queen's Entrance. She is a FABULOUS Woman. From the children singing and the Drums and the dancing and the HISTORY...right to Mr. Bean and the GORGEOUS CAULDRON... EVERY SECOND was a CLASS ACT. You must all be SO VERY VERY PROUD.
    CONGRATULATIONS to YOU ALL.

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  18. Duke28 July 2012 at 17:55

    We watching the Queen last night, Molly. The opening ceremonies were wonderful!
    We're off to see Blogville swimming.

    Love ya lots,
    Mitch and Molly

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  19. TexWisGirl28 July 2012 at 18:07

    loved mr. bean. and thought the corgis were cute, too. :)

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  20. The Websters28 July 2012 at 18:12

    Excellent! We watched the opening last night and plan on watching as much as we can over the next few weeks.

    Nora

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  21. Angel Ginger Jasper28 July 2012 at 18:15

    Both events were just fabulous. Opening ceremonies were brilliant. Our queen really joined in with the fun.. Mr bean was brilliant and even the bell breaking was funny. Our bogolympics are allready going swimmingly.. Hugs GJ xx

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  22. Cat and DOG Chat With Caren28 July 2012 at 19:43

    we LOVED that spoof of the Queen sky diving!! It was so funny!
    We think that an amazing job was done on the opening ceremony, loved it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    What an honor for Paul McCartney to play at the end as well, it was great and can't wait to watch tonight!

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  23. Two French Bulldogs28 July 2012 at 19:49

    we love the Queen
    Benny & Lily

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  24. Hailey and Zaphod and their Lady28 July 2012 at 21:55

    I missed the opening - did the dogs jump or were the smart and took a car???

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  25. FANCY the Red Standard Poodle28 July 2012 at 22:17

    Hi Y'all,

    Thanks so much for stoppin' by for a visit. I'm so glad y'all could make it!

    Oops. I left a comment and then blogger said the comment was empty...

    Got to got now and check out the Olympics...didn't get to enter this year...maybe I'll be ready in time next.

    Y'all come back now,
    Hawk aka BrownDog

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  26. Juno28 July 2012 at 22:26

    Molly, we watched the opening ceremony and we absolutely loved it!!! We love the surprise appearence of Queen! Oh, Mr. Bean was good, too!

    Momo & Pinot

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  27. Jo's World28 July 2012 at 22:50

    I have admired Queen Elizabeth II and will admire her even more so after she parachuted from the chopper with 007. Totally classy!

    Looking forward to the swimming tonight!

    Cheers,

    Jo, Stella and Zkhat

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  28. Sketching with Dogs28 July 2012 at 23:05

    My son was telling me all about Daniel Craig and the Queen!
    I am avoiding anything olympically orientated, lol.
    Lynne x

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  29. Brad29 July 2012 at 00:03

    The Queen looks so beautiful here and I'm exicted about the Olymipcs and so enthusiastic!
    Great post!
    Brad

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  30. Ziggy Stardust29 July 2012 at 00:07

    Molly, my head is spinning with all of the activity. It is so pawsome!! Frankie was outstanding and the parade was awe inspiring. The events are so exciting so far, I can't wait for more. Mommy loved the opening ceremony and Mr. Bean was her 2nd favorite. The first was of course her idol, her dream man, Sir Paul singing at the end. She was screaming like a crazy teenager. Sheeesh, embarrassing. I am glad we were home.

    Loveys Sasha

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  31. Tweedles -- that's me29 July 2012 at 03:09

    What a great post! We watched the opening ceremony. It was so beautifuL.
    We loved when the Queen jumped out of the hellicopter.. What a brave woman.
    love
    tweedles

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  32. Blog da Pink29 July 2012 at 03:48

    We loved the Opening!! It was fabulous! The Queen is really cool but the corgis were very funny! Brazil already won 3 medals!!! We are so happy!
    Licks from Pink

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  33. Anonymous29 July 2012 at 04:14

    I is too excited abouts the Olympics! Have a happy weekend, Molly
    ~Cotton

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  34. Anonymous29 July 2012 at 09:28

    Fabulous pics, The Queen & Mr. Bean - gorgeous!!!

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  35. Scrappy Angel29 July 2012 at 15:59

    Molly, myy favorite part was watching Her Majesty jump from the helicopter! She is so couragious and hip!

    I also have been jumping around viewing all the Blogville Olympic events ~ omgoodness - what talent and skills our furiends have!

    SOSO fun!

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